The Ordinary Women SSE

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (19,748 endorsements) 📥 1.2M downloads 📌 v4.1 📅 9/20/2017
⚪ Last updated 2021

By northtexan95 · NPC

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 11/15/2021 📅 Created: 9/20/2017
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #68 of 81 NPC mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Update January 1, 2021 - now uses your meshes and textures!

This is a SSE version of the terrific mod The Ordinary Women by NeusKharp (with his permission).  This mod changes the appearance of 60 women in Skyrim.  The .esp is updated to form 44 and all meshes optimized for SSE.

Version 4. 0 now uses whatever default meshes and textures you have installed in your game.

Huge thanks to CasualKhajiit for creating and sharing. 

The original mod can be found at https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/70547/?

Please visit the original mod for more pictures, videos, and information.

Requirements

All versions require Dawnguard DLC.

The USSEP option requires the Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch:  https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/266/?

USSEP versions are compatible with the latest USSEP version 4. 1. 2a

Installation

Use a Mod Manager or manually install the main file:

The Oridinary Women 4. 0 SSE

Optional:  Install optional file The Ordinary Women SSE 4. 0 USSEP ESP Only

YOU MUST INSTALL ONE OF THE MAIN FILES FIRST

The optional file will replace "The Ordinary Women.esp" with one that has USSEP changes included.

Mod Organizer users would want to chose MERGE. If manually installing you want to Overwrite.

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List of NPCs Changed

<Riverwood>

Gerdur, Sigrid

<Whiterun>

Carlotta Valentia, Hulda, Irileth, Alfhild Battle-Born, Olfina Gray-Mane, Saadia, Ahlam, Danica Pure-Spring, Arcadia

<Riften>

Ingun Black-Briar, Maven Black-Briar, Dinya Balu, Grelka, Svana Far-Shield, Haelga, Nivenor, Anuriel, Tonilia

<Windhelm>

Silda the Unseen, Hermir Strong-Heart, Nilsine Shatter-Shield, Tova Shatter-Shield, Hillevi Cruel-Sea

Elda Early-Dawn, Luaffyn, Niranye

<Winterhold>

Mirabelle Ervine, Faralda, Nirya, Colette Marence, Thaena, Haran, Birna

<Morthal>

Jonna, Lami, Idgrod the Younger

<Solitude>

Una, Erdi, Freir, Bryling,

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

The Ordinary Women SSE is a popular cosmetic mod for Skyrim Special Edition that overhauls the appearances of 60 female NPCs, aiming for a more natural and less 'plastic' look. With nearly 20,000 endorsements and over a million downloads, it's a community favorite for players seeking visual variety without gameplay changes.

✨ Key Features

Changes the appearances of 60 female NPCs.
Aimed at making female NPCs look more natural and less 'plastic'.
Compatible with Skyrim Special Edition.
High community endorsement (19,748 endorsements).

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust: 19,748 endorsements and 1.2M downloads—this is a proven mod.
  • Overhauls 60 NPCs, giving a broad visual refresh to the game world.
  • Purely cosmetic, so it won't break your game balance or quests.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2021—might have compatibility issues with the latest Skyrim SE patches.
  • Only affects female NPCs; male NPCs remain untouched.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a more grounded, natural look for female NPCs without overhauling the entire game. If you're tired of the vanilla 'plastic' faces and want a simple, popular fix, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or a full NPC overhaul that includes males.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Place this mod early in your load order (after unofficial patches) to avoid conflicts with other NPC overhauls.
  • If you use other appearance mods, check for compatibility patches on the mod page.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
northtexan95
Version
4.1
Downloads
1,163,438
Endorsements
19,748
Category
NPC
Created
9/20/2017
Updated
11/15/2021

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